In a shocking turn of events, Doctors Hospital of Augusta, LLC, a for-profit hospital chain owned by HCA Inc., and Radiation Oncology Associates, LLP, of Augusta, Georgia, have been caught in a massive healthcare scandal. The two entities have agreed to pay the United States a total of $1,020,000 to settle allegations that they submitted or caused the submission of false claims to the Medicare and TRICARE programs for certain radiation oncology procedures that were allegedly performed without the requisite level of physician supervision.
The civil settlement resolves allegations that were originally part of a federal lawsuit unsealed on July 3, 2013. The lawsuit was filed under the whistleblower provisions of the False Claims Act.
The case was investigated by Special Agent Ryan S. Coble, Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Investigations; Special Agent Randy J. Temples, Department of Defense, Defense Criminal Investigative Services; and Investigator Kimberly Reinken of the United States Attorney’s Office, Southern District of Georgia. The United States was represented by Assistant United States Attorney Scott R. Grubman.
Doctors Hospital of Augusta, LLC, and Radiation Oncology Associates, LLP, have been accused of submitting or causing the submission of false claims to the Medicare and TRICARE programs. The alleged false claims relate to certain radiation oncology procedures that were allegedly performed without the requisite level of physician supervision.
The $1,020,000 settlement is a significant blow to the two entities, which have been accused of engaging in egregious healthcare fraud. The settlement is a reminder that those who engage in healthcare fraud will be held accountable for their actions.
For additional information, please contact First Assistant United States Attorney James D. Durham at (912) 201-2547.
The case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of healthcare transparency and accountability. The public has a right to know when healthcare providers are engaging in fraudulent activities, and we will continue to hold them accountable.
Doctors Hospital of Augusta, LLC, is owned and operated by HCA Inc., a for-profit hospital chain. Radiation Oncology Associates, LLP, is a private radiation oncology practice based in Augusta, Georgia.
Mandatory Facts: Defendant: Doctors Hospital of Augusta, LLC, and Radiation Oncology Associates, LLP. Exact Criminal Charges: Submitting or causing the submission of false claims to the Medicare and TRICARE programs. City and State: Augusta, Georgia. Exact Date: July 3, 2013. Sentence or Outcome: $1,020,000 settlement.
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Key Facts
- State: Georgia
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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